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MIT Press - Characteristics of Games - Game Analysis Book

Name: MIT Press - Characteristics of Games - Game Analysis Book
Brand: MIT Press
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Explore a new way to understand the mechanics of play with Characteristics of Games by MIT Press. This book provides a formal framework for analyzing various types of games, including computer games, card games, board games, and sports. While players and designers often discuss game mechanics informally, this work brings those concepts into a structured academic and practical setting. By focusing on player-centric concepts, the text allows for direct comparison and deep analysis across different gaming mediums. You can examine how specific traits define the experience, such as the number of players involved, the complexity of the rules, and the balance between luck and skill. It also looks at the reward-to-effort ratio to help explain why certain games resonate with players more than others. Whether you are a designer looking for a new perspective or a student of game theory, this book fills a significant gap in formal game literature.

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Provides a formal framework for analyzing computer, card, board, and sports games.

Uses specific traits like rules and player count as points of comparison.

Analyzes the balance between luck and skill required in different gaming formats.

Examines the reward-to-effort ratio to understand player engagement.

Fills a gap in formal literature by documenting concepts used by designers and players.

Offers a player-centric approach to understanding game mechanics and structures.

Product Specifications

Brand: MIT Press
Colour: White
Format: paperback
ASIN: 0262542692
Category: Books > Subjects > Computing & Internet > PC & Video Games
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 08 December 2020
Listed Since: 20 September 2020

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